Exclusive: A former coach within the Welsh Rugby Union, Hitt was recently in charge of Poland and understands there needs to be short-term pain for long-term gain for Warren Gatland’s side.
Their invitation to Wales for an autumn double-header caused a stir, but the truth is the Rugby Europe Championship winners are creating something special and are arguably banging down the door harder than ever before.
Italy ended their Six Nations campaign with their best-ever finish as they defeated Wales 24-21 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff in the final round on Saturday.
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has made five changes to the starting line up for the fourth round of the Six Nations game against France to be played on Saturday.
Ireland maintained their perfect start in the ongoing Six Nations tournament as they defeated Wales 31-7 in the third round at Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Saturday.
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named Ciaran Frawley at fullback for the upcoming third round of the Six Nations game against Wales to be played on Saturday.
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has made a solitary change to the starting line up for their meeting with Ireland in the third round of the Six Nations.